Danny Pudi of "Community"

Danny Pudi (right) grew up on both the North and South Sides of Chicago and did improv in the city before venturing to L.A. and landing his gig as Abed on NBC's "Community." READ Danny Pudi still surprised by "Community."

Danny Pudi (right) grew up on both the North and South Sides of Chicago and did improv in the city before venturing to L.A. and landing his gig as Abed on NBC's "Community." READ Danny Pudi still surprised by "Community." (NBC)

Danny Pudi (right) grew up on both the North and South Sides of Chicago and did improv in the city before venturing to L.A. and landing his gig as Abed on NBC's "Community." READ Danny Pudi still surprised by "Community."NBC